1982 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Tundra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Minica | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Minica | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 546 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 3270 mm |
